Polo Heritage

Coffee table book with custom made acrylic cover

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About The Book

Polo Heritage is a luxury illustrated book and a coffee table book about the history, culture, and globalization of polo, published by Assouline in 2021, with 300 pages. This detailed volume explores the millennial origins of the sport, from its role in training cavalry units in Asia to its rise as the "sport of kings" and its adoption by notable figures such as Winston Churchill and General Patton, as well as the British Royal Family. The book transcends the elitist view, revealing the global and diverse community that has shaped poles over the centuries. It is an essential work for equestrian sports enthusiasts and collectors of high-quality books.

Polo Heritage is an ideal luxury gift for those who appreciate the confluence of history, culture, and sport, and also qualifies as one of the best corporate gifts. Its presentation with an acrylic case reinforces its status as a collector's item. The narrative of Polo Heritage takes the reader on a geographical and cultural journey, ranging from Mongolia and Mexico to Barbados and Pakistan, highlighting the most prestigious tournaments on different surfaces – grass, sand, and snow.

The book visits the historic polo fields in India, explores the high society of British polo, and delves into the rich Argentine culture, birthplace of some of the most renowned families of polo players in the world. The work is enriched by an introduction signed by the legendary player Nacho Figueras and features original photography by Aline Coquelle, offering a modern and authentic perspective on the spirit of this fascinating sport, making it a remarkable copy among coffee table books.

Pages :300